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150 Broadway
New York, NY 10038
Phone: 2129643640
Fax:
Other branches in the area:
Affiliated Agencies:
no
World Wide Web Page:
not yet (in progress)
Email address:
lenadams@pipeline.com
Five currently most demanded jobs:
| Job Title | Length | Client | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
Five currently most demanded jobs (old format):
Data Entry Bank 3-5 mos $12-15
FX Back office 3-7 mos $14-21
Customer Service 4-7 mos $14-19
The following information has been provided by the agency staff:
The standard procedure when a temp applies for work:
Register, interview with consultant, test for appropriate position, references checked, referred to client
Waiting times:
2-3 days
How this agency screens registered temps to decide which to
send out:
interview, reference checks, tests
Standby policy:
no
Payroll policies:
Time sheet pickup: Y
Direct deposit: Y
Free check cashing at agency's bank: Y
Benefits:
Medical insurance:
Dental insurance:
Paid vacation:
Transportation allowance:
Entertainment allowance:
Bonus (not including referral bonus):
Matching contributions:
Informing temps of their rights and responsibilities:
COO is always available for discussions. Temps are given pamphlet describing all rights & rsponsibilities
Distinctive aspects of the agency:
in business 40 years... we treat temp positions as if they were permanent. We never forget that the temp employee is our employee and the lifeblood of our business
Role of the temp agency:
serves a role as a screening tool and source of very qualified
candidates. many time the first step towards a permanent position.
The five most important characteristics for a temp:
stability, reliabilty, punctuality, attitude & character
Advice for prospective temps:
Work closely with the firm you are representing. Also, look at every opportunity as an opportunity that might be long term or permanent. Put your best foot forward
Aiding temps in finding permanent work:
Many of our positions lead in that direction. Many companies are using temps as a "try and buy"
Percentage of temps who found permanent work last year
(a) at client firms: 30
(b) in other firms: 20
Other comments:
The temp population is probably one of the most important to be
considered as we move towards the 21 century. It will become more and more of a way for companies to find employees, as well as, in many cases, replace traditional employment
This entry was submitted on:
Mon Mar 3
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